The Bulletproof Entrepreneur Show Life is a Game (Here’s How to Win)
Jan 22, 2024
Life is likened to a game, complete with levels and rules. John Whiting shares how video game strategies can apply to life's challenges and mastery. He discusses the dangers of comfort and how breaking the rules can lead to personal growth. The pursuit of goals is linked to skills, health, and awareness, while pushing through obstacles uncovers new opportunities. He emphasizes defining personal success and continually leveling up, highlighting that stagnation leads to missed chances in the game of life.
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Life Has A Game Structure
- John Whiting frames life as a structured game made of goals, obstacles, boundaries, and rules.
- He argues good games balance offense and defense to stay engaging and meaningful.
Progress Drives Purpose
- Life funnels you toward progressively harder challenges, like levels in Halo or Mario.
- Mastery of a level motivates you to seek the next challenge for fulfillment.
Boredom Signals Stagnation
- Boredom comes from refusing to level up and is the midpoint between creation and destruction.
- Most people stay stuck because they prefer comfort over the challenge of a new goal.
